Hilda Grace Willett

Hilda Grace Willett obituary

Hilda Grace Willett

Hilda Willett Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Manes Funeral Home Inc. - Newport on Sep. 21, 2025.

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Hilda Grace Willett, age 91 of Newport, passed away Thursday, September 18, 2025. She was preceded in death by her Husband Rural "RD" Willett. She is survived by her sons, David (Lena) Willett and Billy (Cassie) Willett; grandchildren Nikki Hancock, Crickett Willett, Chastidy Willett, and Brandi (Michael) Pearson; great-grandchildren, Cole (Kimberly) Hancock, Cadeelyn Hancock, Haley (Lance) Witt, Kobe Pearson, Sierra (Zane) Fleming, and Harley Pearson; great-great grandchildren Ripley Hancock, Michael Willett, Devon Willett, Eli Williams, Bradley Watson, and Ellie Witt; and sister, Helen Holt; and also survived by other family members and friends. The family would like to say a "Big Thank You" to Wellington Manor and special friend Eileen Barrett. The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Manes Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 12 noon Monday, September 22, 2025 at Point Pleasant Baptist Church with Pastor Dwayne Huskey officiating. Burial will follow in the Point Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery. Family and friends may sign the guest register online at www.manesfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Manes Funeral Home.

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